[deucefive]

I wouldnt be "too" worried. This isnt like trying for a 30XX graphics card or AMD cpu/gpu

My apologies... I bumped because I missed out Aeolus b-stock last year... and I agree with you otherwise as I am morally scarred from the last few months, having only recently secured a 3090 Strix and AMD 5950X.

Grateful for the opportunity to purchase but just wanted receive feedback from Zach, which wasn't clear on the website, to decide between b-stock and new stock for Aeolus Sapele. Look forward to hearing from you, Zach!

 

[HollowNoise]

I think the website crashed, anyone else?

 

[zach915m]

Zach, I've heard only the best, and I'd love to pick up an Aeolus. I'd greatly appreciate your feedback on a few questions to inform my purchase. Thanks!

B-stock:
1. Are they returnable or exchangeable for a new Aeolus or Atticus within 15 or 30 days?
2. For the Aeolus Sapele, does this mean that there is matching related to sound or aesthetic appearance: "The sum total of our CNC mess ups for the year. Minor machining errors and possible repaired splits present." Is there any impact to your house sound based on aesthetic variance or any other factors from the b-stock?

New stock:
1. Are all new orders deemed as pre-orders? If so, are they returnable or exchangeable for a new Aeolus or Atticus within 15 or 30 days?
2. How long is the wait for new/pre-orders for Aeolus Sapeles, without any custom requirements? 5-10 weeks or available to ship now?
3. Why would one buy a new stock vs. b-stock besides the aesthetic variance?

We're in the process of updating the ZMF November page, a number of things might be showing out of stock that are actually still in stock so we took the page down momentarily while that gets fixed. We'll have the b-stock and other ZMF November non-LTD edition items up shortly.

B-Stock - No impact on sound, aesthetic issues are various. If concerned with aesthetic at all don't buy these - as it will vary.

New Stock:

1. If it's bought from the ZMF November product page, it's a final sale. Everything else follows our terms listed here:https://www.zmfheadphones.com/faq-shipping-and-ordering.

2. Aeolus Sapele sets we are pretty much caught up, 2-5 weeks right now.

3. B-stock will be fully functional, just will have aesthetic issues that A stock won't.

 

[koven]

It's hard to tell what each B-stock looks like.. there's just a bunch of pictures but it's not tied to the selection? Same w/ the Stabilized, just says set A, B, C no pictures associated.

 

[deucefive]

B-Stock - No impact on sound, aesthetic issues are various. If concerned with aesthetic at all don't buy these - as it will vary.

New Stock:

1. If it's bought from the ZMF November product page, it's a final sale. Everything else follows our terms listed here:https://www.zmfheadphones.com/faq-shipping-and-ordering.

2. Aeolus Sapele sets we are pretty much caught up, 2-5 weeks right now.

3. B-stock will be fully functional, just will have aesthetic issues that A stock won't.

Much appreciated, Zach. This is helpful as I was under the impression that new stock was returnable, subject to a 10-25% restocking fee. Seems like a b-stock is the best option to try and determine whether it is right for me given the lack of a 15 or 30-day return policy on even new stock.

 

[kid vic]

I don't see any B-stocks, I guess they've all been sold?

 

[jarredp1993]

I don't see any B-stocks, I guess they've all been sold?

Nope, Zach said it a few messages back but they are having some site issues. Should be back up shortly.

 

[cdanguyen08]

I don't see any B-stocks, I guess they've all been sold?

Zach updating the ZMF November page. Some items were listed as sold when it is still available.

 

[zach915m]

It's hard to tell what each B-stock looks like.. there's just a bunch of pictures but it's not tied to the selection? Same w/ the Stabilized, just says set A, B, C no pictures associated.

There's varied pictures on the ZMF November b-stock page, much of the stuff is built from b stock cups so we won't have pictures of all the actual units.

Stabilized sets that go live on Friday you'll be able to see pictures of each of the actual sets that you're buying.

I don't see any B-stocks, I guess they've all been sold?

They're back up!!!!! Sorry for the wait!

 

[ScornDefeat]

I was hoping for some sales on ZMF swag ...that's all I can afford at this time (ordered the VC Burl back in September lol) but want to get in on the action

 

[DeweyCH]

There's varied pictures on the ZMF November b-stock page, much of the stuff is built from b stock cups so we won't have pictures of all the actual units.

Stabilized sets that go live on Friday you'll be able to see pictures of each of the actual sets that you're buying.



They're back up!!!!! Sorry for the wait!

What's the turnaround for shipping B-stock/rarities/etc. since they're already built?

 

[ss5972]

There's varied pictures on the ZMF November b-stock page, much of the stuff is built from b stock cups so we won't have pictures of all the actual units.

Stabilized sets that go live on Friday you'll be able to see pictures of each of the actual sets that you're buying.



They're back up!!!!! Sorry for the wait!

the purple aelous's look beautiful. wish i could justify the price increase from regular LTD wood. will it ever be offered w/o the magnesium chassis?
meanwhile just bought a aelous sapele .... looking forward to receiving them!

 

[rpaul]

Are the "unfigured" Camphor Burl Verite Closed different from the rest of the batch in that run? Just leftover and not as visually appealing?

 

[zach915m]

I was hoping for some sales on ZMF swag ...that's all I can afford at this time (ordered the VC Burl back in September lol) but want to get in on the action

A lot of our new Swag is from Alternative apparel - it's really ncie stuff, you'll want to wear it just for how soft it feels! We keep the prices as low as we can on the apparel.

What's the turnaround for shipping B-stock/rarities/etc. since they're already built?

It varies, we will ship everything as fast as we can, some of the ZMF November stuff is not pre-built so you shouldn't' expect anything immediately. WE also are taking care of orders as they come in regardless if B Stock or not.

Are the "unfigured" Camphor Burl Verite Closed different from the rest of the batch in that run? Just leftover and not as visually appealing?

The wood is from the edge of the boards, so it will be just more plain looking, but still more extravagant than regular Camphor.

 

[Natarian]

I was able to select a suede headband but couldn't see how to choose stainless steel rods and grills on the b stock aeolus